In this course, you will be asked to select one case study and to use it throughout the entire course. By doing this, you will have the opportunity to see how When knowledge comes from theory, it is based on statements that have been tested using science.
” data-hasqtip=”22″>theories guide your view of a client and the client’s presenting problem. Although the case may be the same, each time you use a different When knowledge comes from theory, it is based on statements that have been tested using science.
” data-hasqtip=”23″>theory, your perspective of the problem changes, which then changes how you go about asking the assessment questions and how you intervene.
The first theoretical approach you will use to apply to a case study is systems When knowledge comes from theory, it is based on statements that have been tested using science.
” data-hasqtip=”24″>theory. In other words, your theoretical orientation—your lens—will be systems theory as you analyze a social work case study.
Different When knowledge comes from theory, it is based on statements that have been tested using science.
” data-hasqtip=”25″>theories can be used to take a systems approach. For example, Bertalanffy’s General Systems When knowledge comes from theory, it is based on statements that have been tested using science.
” data-hasqtip=”26″>Theoryconsiders how a “A system is a set of orderly, interrelated elements that forms a functional whole.” (Kirst-Ashman & Hull, 2018, p. 13)
” data-hasqtip=”27″>system is made of smaller “A subsystem is a secondary or subordinate system;a system within a system.” (Kirst-Ashman & Hull, 2018, p. 14)
” data-hasqtip=”28″>subsystems that “There is a constant flow of input and output among systems. Input is the energy, information, or communication flow received from other systems; output is the same flow emitted from a system to the environment to other systems” (Kirst-Ashman & Hull, 2018, p. 14).
” data-hasqtip=”29″>influence each other and seek “The tendency for a system to maintain a relatively stable, constant state of equilibrium or balance.” (Kirst-Ashman & Hull, 2018, p. 14).
” data-hasqtip=”30″>homeostasis, whereas Brofennerbrenner’s Ecological Systems When knowledge comes from theory, it is based on statements that have been tested using science.
” data-hasqtip=”31″>Theory focuses on how an individual’s experience is influenced by different system levels (micro, “The mesosystem comprises the linkages and processes taking place between two or more settings containing the developing person (e.g., the relations between home and school, school and workplace, etc.). In other words, a mesosystem is a system of microsystems.” (Bronfenbrenner, 1994, p. 40)
” data-hasqtip=”35″>macro, and chrono). Systems When knowledge comes from theory, it is based on statements that have been tested using science.
” data-hasqtip=”36″>theory is commonly used to understand the interrelationships of the systems (e.g., family, community, organizations, society) of the client. If you are working with families, communities, and organizations, it is also beneficial to use systems theory to get a holistic picture of all the interrelated parts of the system.
To prepare: Select and focus on one of four case studies listed in the Learning Resources. You will use this same case study throughout the course.
- Focus on the identified client within your chosen case.
- Analyze the case using a systems approach, taking into consideration both family and community systems.
- Complete and submit the “Dissecting a When knowledge comes from theory, it is based on statements that have been tested using science.
” data-hasqtip=”37″>Theory
and Its Application to a Case Study” worksheet based on your analysis.
